Arlington Economic Development took home numerous honors at this year’s International Economic Development Council (IEDC) 2020 Excellence Awards, which were announced earlier today at the organization’s annual conference, which was held virtually.
Awards
BizLaunch Celebrates Virginia Businesses with SWaMmy Honors
BizLaunch, Arlington Economic Development’s small business assistance program, is celebrating the County’s inclusive business community in coordination with the Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD) with its first ever SWaMmy Honors.
Arlington Named Top Digital County for 2020
This marks the fourth time Arlington has received the top spot for its 150,000-249,999 population category.
Arlington Receives Virginia Tourism Corporation Recovery Grant for Marketing
The Arlington Convention and Visitors Service (ACVS) will receive $10,000 from the Virginia Tourism Corporation Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) WanderLove Recovery Grant Program.
Arlington Cultural Affairs Receives National Endowment for the Arts Grant
The $35,000 Art Works grant will support a multi-cultural artist residency project for the Columbia Hills and Columbia Grove affordable housing communities.
Arlington’s Mighty Park System Ranked Among Nation’s Best
Trust for Public Land again ranks County 4th among 100 largest cities
3 Benefits of a Silver-level Bicycle Friendly Community You Can Enjoy Right Now
The League of American Bicyclists announced its bike friendly community awardees, and Arlington was listed again at the Silver level.
Arlington Announces 2019 DESIGNArlington Winners
Thirteen projects were recognized for excellence in architectural and landscape design and public art, showcasing the best of Arlington.
Arlington To Honor Six Human Rights Champions
Three individuals and three groups will receive the James B. Hunter Human Rights Award for promoting human rights, diversity and equal rights in Arlington.
Arlington Design Awards Program Now Accepting 2019 Submissions
DESIGNArlington is a biennial awards program that showcases architectural, historic preservation, landscape and public art projects in the County.